Ernest in Love: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Ernest in Love is a musical adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s classic play The Importance of Being Earnest. Set in Victorian England, the story follows the adventures of two young bachelors, Jack and Algernon, who create fictitious identities to escape their social obligations. But as they attempt to navigate the pitfalls of love and mistaken identities, hilarity ensues. Ernest in Love is a comedic romp that’s filled with wordplay, romance, and unexpected surprises.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Post-Golden Age (1960)
Cast Size: 12+
Genre: Comedy
Setting: 1800s / England (London)
Creative Team
Music: Lee Pockriss
Lyrics/Book: Anne Croswell
Cast Albums
Original Off-Broadway Cast (1960)➝
Licensing
Ernest in Love is available for licensing through Music Theatre International.
Europe: License Here➝
International: License Here➝
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